1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 1977 Morgan 4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1977 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Morgan |
| Model | 2400 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
